Cummings, Keegan & Co., P.L.L.P. announced the merger of two CPA practices into their firm. Carolee Lindsey and her tax and accounting practice joined CK&Co. as a partner, bringing over 20 years of public accounting experience. Michelle Lavrenz and Beth Briggs also joined from Revier Financial after their tax practice merged. This growth allows for increased expertise, professional development opportunities for employees, and benefits clients through advisors familiar with the current economic climate. The mergers were effective on December 1, 2011 and strengthen CK&Co.'s private company practice and reputation in the market.

1. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
Kathy J. Klang, CPA/ABV
Managing Partner
952.345.2500
kjklang@ckco-cpa.com
www.ckco-cpa.com
Cummings, Keegan & Co., P.L.L.P. announces Practice Mergers as they
celebrate 55 years in business
St. Louis Park, MN (December 30, 2011) – The partners of Cummings, Keegan & Co.,
P.L.L.P. are pleased to announce the merger of two CPA Practices into the name of
Cummings, Keegan & Co., P.L.L.P. (CK&Co.)
Carolee A. Lindsey, CPA has merged her tax and accounting
practice, joining CK&Co. as Partner. With a 23-year career in public
accounting firms and private industry, Lindsey adds extensive
experience to CK&Co.’s strong audit and tax service teams. Lindsey
currently serves as Vice Chair of the Peer Review Committee of
Minnesota Society of CPA’s.
Michelle Lavrenz, EA/RAP and Beth Briggs join CK&Co. after
merging the tax practice of Revier Financial. An Enrolled Agent and
Registered Accounting Practitioner, Lavrenz brings 26 years of tax
and accounting experience in public accounting and private industry.
Briggs brings several years of general accounting and tax preparation
experience for both privately-held businesses and not-for-profit
clients.

2. Kathy Klang, Managing Partner of CK&Co., says “The similarities in clients, services,
values and vision created a unique opportunity to complete these mergers simultaneously.
We are fortunate to welcome Lindsey, Lavrenz, and Briggs, to the CK&Co. team. Their
experience and professionalism strengthen our private company practice and reputation in
this market. We are excited to make these strides toward completing our strategic growth
goals.”
Clients and employees of all three firms will benefit from the mergers. Clients will have
access to increased levels of expertise and confidence working with advisors who
understand how to navigate in this economic climate. This growth creates an environment
where employees experience greater professional development and client service
opportunities. The mergers were effective on December 1, 2011.
About CK&Co.:
Cummings, Keegan & Co., P.L.L.P., is a Minnesota-based CPA firm with offices in St. Louis
Park and Apple Valley. Founded in 1956, CK&Co. provides a complete range of tax, accounting
and business management needs for privately-held businesses, not-for-profit clients, and
individuals. The firm serves as strategic planners, consultants, and business advisors to assist the
client’s growth and success. For more information, visit www.ckco-cpa.com or contact Kathy
Klang, Managing Partner, at 952.345.2500.
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